Communications Manager / Senior Manager

Communications and PR Manager Near to Enfield – Hybrid
£45,000 – £48,000 – Depending on experience

Focus 5 Recruitment is proud to be supporting a leading education provider in the search for a Communications and PR Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity for a communications expert to shape internal and external messaging, lead on media relations, and play a key role in protecting and promoting the organisation’s reputation.

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced communicator with a background in internal communications and public relations, ideally within a complex organisation. Key responsibilities for the Communications and PR Manager –

Support the Director of Marketing and Student Recruitment, representing the marketing and comms function both internally and externally
Lead on all internal communications, developing strategy, managing platforms, and collaborating across departments to engage staff and support organisational change
Create and manage high-quality content for a wide range of channels including newsletters, press releases, social media, speeches, and internal briefings
Develop and deliver an effective PR strategy, building media relationships, handling press enquiries, and managing reputation through proactive and crisis communications
Monitor communications performance, media sentiment, and sector trends to inform strategy, ensure brand alignment, and identify opportunities for positive exposure

Senior-level experience in communications or PR, ideally within education or the public sector
Expertise in internal communications, employee engagement, and media relations
Excellent writing, editing, and content adaptation skills across multiple platforms
Strong crisis communication skills and sound judgement under pressure
Collaborative, confident, and proactive with strong stakeholder management skills

This is an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in an organisation that values communication, transparency, and community.

For immediate consideration and further details, please apply ASAP.